LaLaLa Fest 2024: Top Must-Watch Performances You Can’t Miss
One of the most unique international music concerts is set to take place this August. LaLaLa Fest 2024 returns to the Jakarta International Expo with the captivating concept of ‘forest fantasy’ for three days. The event will start on August 23-25, 2024, with over 40 international and local musicians. Although this time the stage moving […]
Viral Video Shows Foreign Tourist’s Horrible Ferry Trip from Bali to Gili Trawangan
While in Bali, don’t miss the chance to discover another gem of Indonesia, the stunning Gili Trawangan in Lombok. Gili Trawangan is renowned for its picturesque beaches and serene ambience. Yet, the island also boasts a diverse range of thrilling activities. From diving and snorkelling to experiencing the vibrant nightlife and savouring the local cuisine, […]
Borobudur Management and Thai Airways Collaborate to Attract Thai Foreign Tourists for Spiritual Tourism
The Borobudur Temple management is collaborating with Thai airline Thai Airways to attract more tourists from Thailand. It is common knowledge that Borobudur serves as a place of worship for Buddhists, while Buddhism is the predominant religion among the Thai population. On Monday, August 19, 2024, the Tourism and Support SOE Holding, PT Aviasi Pariwisata […]
SZA Enjoys Motorcycle Rides While on Vacation in Bali
The tranquillity of Bali is indeed an attraction for foreign tourists who want to come on vacation and find peace. Singer SZA did the same thing. American singer SZA, whose real name is Solána Imani Rowe, is enjoying her vacation on the Island of the Gods, Bali. The singer, who became famous for her song […]
New Passport Design Set for 2025 Launched by Indonesian Government with Improved Security Features
Immigration finally launched the new design of the Indonesian Passport to coincide with Indonesia’s 79th Anniversary. Although Immigration announced it on Saturday, August 17, 2024, the Indonesian Passport with a red cover will only come into public access in 2025. As reported by Antara, the new Indonesian Passport has a unique design from the previous […]
Ice Coffee Murder Convict, Jessica Wongso Released on Parole
Do you still remember Jessica Wongso? People widely discussed her name, and many argued that the accusations against Jessica Wongso were unfounded after the release of the Netflix documentary “Ice Cold: Murder, Coffee and Jessica Wongso.” Now, the authorities have granted parole to Jessica Kumala Wongso, the convicted murderer of Wayan Mirna Salihin. Jessica continues […]
Fire Hits Bali’s Ubud Market: Government to Set Up Relocation Sites for Vendors
One of Bali’s most popular tourist markets, Ubud Market, recently suffered a fire. Ubud Market, located in the tourist area of Ubud, Gianyar, Bali, caught fire on Saturday, August 17, right on Indonesia’s independence day. Thick black smoke filled the Ubud Market area and its surroundings. Smoke also filled restaurants and cafes within a 100-meter […]
Balinese Shop Owner Grateful for Viral Shop Video Shared by Foreign Tourist
Nowadays, social media has become a familiar tool in our daily lives. Many of the videos and photos we upload can go viral. Well, while on vacation, you may be accustomed to uploading recommended places in the place where your vacation originated. Whether it’s to help fellow tourists or to have a memory of a […]
Viral Video: Foreign Tourist Joins Balap Karung at Indonesia Independence Day Event in Yogyakarta
The Independence Day celebration is the most awaited moment for Indonesians to celebrate the spirit of nationalism. Usually, Indonesians celebrate the excitement of Independence Day by conducting various activities, including fun competitions. From climbing poles and eating ‘krupuk’ to one that is quite famous and widely practised is the sack race, a.k.a Balap Karung. Balap […]
WHO Declares Monkeypox a Global Health Emergency; Indonesian Government Prepares Vaccine
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the monkeypox (mpox) outbreak in Congo and elsewhere in Africa a global emergency. The outbreak has spread to 13 countries. WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus made the announcement. WHO said there were more than 14,000 cases and 524 deaths in Africa this year, surpassing last year’s total. “This […]